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R993 VNO

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

39,314 mi
Last recorded39,314 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR993 VNO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 39,314 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 38,863 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 38,863 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 38,356 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 38,356 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 38,027 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 37,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 May 2010 36,618 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 36,017 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 35,565 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 35,565 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 34,641 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 34,641 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?

Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,887
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,277
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,004
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 775
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 637
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R993 VNO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 24,640 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,887 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R993 VNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R993 VNO registered?

R993 VNO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R993 VNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R993 VNO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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